This June, the Society hosted a conference for our Key into Public Service Scholars. Now, all Phi Beta Kappa members and chapter institutions can access the tips and resources shared by leading service organizations and Phi Beta Kappa members working in public service careers.
On this page, you will find insider tips about recruitment strategies and fellowship opportunities at federal, state, and local levels. Explore strategies and advice for applying to graduate school in public service, international, and medical careers. You will also learn how to pitch the value of your arts and sciences education to future employers.
Below, you can access the tools needed to launch a public service career rooted in arts and sciences expertise.
The Call to Serve
Key into Federal Service
- The Partnership for Public Service - Key into Federal Service Session Recording
- GoGovernment - One-stop shop on how to find and apply for federal positions
- Best Places to Work - These rankings provide insights into what current employees think about their agency work environments, focusing on topics such as leadership, teamwork, work-life balance and more
- USAJOBS Help Center - Specifically, the Federal Occupation by College Major page helps job seekers match their degree to specific jobs within the federal government
- Pathway Programs - Pathways at the U.S. Department of State
- OPM - U.S. Office of Personnel Management
- Public Service Resume and Cover Letter Resources
Key into State & Local Service
- National Council of State Legislatures
- The Volcker Alliance Slides
- The Volcker Alliance
- Government to University Initiative
- Gov-Ramps Aggregator - An open-source database of internships, fellowships, and other entry-level career opportunities in local, state, and federal government.
Is Graduate School Key to Service?
- Phi Beta Kappa - Is Graduate School Key to Service? Session Recording
- Work now or go to graduate school? This checklist can help you decide by George Anders
- AAMC - Association of American Medical Colleges
- Georgetown McCourt School of Public Policy
- Stanford Law School JD Application Process - SLS Public Service Resources
- NASPAA - The Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration
- APSIA - Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs
- ASPPH - Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health
The Art & Science of Connecting with Employers
